Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, 9mm Segmented Belt Links is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by BAD_CAD, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

9mm Segmented Belt Links 3D printable model by BAD_CAD

9mm Segmented Belt Links

Source: Thingiverse by BAD_CAD

The 9mm Segmented Belt Links is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by BAD_CAD. -These are 3D printable 9mm links I designed for a belt fed firearm. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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57 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-10 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 1 makes Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: 9mm, Segmented, Belt, Links

About this model

-These are 3D printable 9mm links I designed for a belt fed firearm. It is my goal to design and build my own belt fed rifle that can shoot them. I chose 9mm because it is the cheapest centerfire ammunition. I encourage anyone who is interested to attempt their own design, I'd love to collaborate. -Make the belt segments as long as you like, connect the break away links at both ends. This is a hybrid between American machine gun disintegrating links which are difficult to load and reuse, and European machine gun 50/100 round belts which hang too far out of the rifle when empty to run and move with. -I like the size of 10 round segments because they're easy to pick up and load but they won't hang out of the gun more than 6" before dropping off. -To assemble your belts, print your links and …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. 9mm Segmented Belt Links is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by BAD_CAD.
Who made this model?: Designed by BAD_CAD, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.